”RUSSIAN SHTETL FANTASY” is a Genuine Signed and Dated Ari
Roussimoff Oil on Canvas Painting, measuring a large-sized 24
x 30 inches. This Highly Impressive canvas was painted in the
year 1976. “RUSSIAN SHTETL FANTASY” is an Incredibly Creative
and Moving Interpretation of the Thriving Lifestyle that had
once existed in the Old Jewish Shtetls of Russia, Poland,
Ukraine and throughout all of Eastern Europe. This work can
also be described as a personal artistic Hommage to this
vanished world. A snowy town landscape serves as an elaborate
stage setting for a colourful cast of Shtetl Personalities.
Bearded Hassidic Patriarchs, Water Carriers and local Peasants
are all enjoing their routine activities on this brisk Winter
day. The Horse-driven Sleds are making their way through the
magical white wonderland. Like in a Fairy Tale, people come in
all sizes. Their costumes are simply wonderful. One finds the
Traditional Long Fur-Trimmed Caftans and the Festive Jewish
Fur Hats known as the "Spodik" and the "Shtreiml". The houses,
all small and jewel-like, are positioned in such a lively way
that they almost appear to be dancing. One imagines hearing
"old-world" melodies being played by Klezmer bands. A wooden
windmill is porched on the hilltop and a well serves the
entire community dutifully. There is an amazing amount of
intricate detail work here. Everything is depicted with both a
historical accuracy and also a deeply felt inner truth that
distinguishes this painting from most "genre" pieces. Although
one can ascribe a most charming folk-like quality to this
piece, it is nonetheless, a work of great overall artistic
sophistication. It is exquisite in both technique and style.
Here is the type of sensitive nostalgic painting that, when
displayed, will definitely brighten up any room. The images
portrayed so lovingly on this canvas are embedded with the
power to open up many hearts. Filled to capacity with great
warmth, whimsy and lyricism, no one will remain unmoved by its
fascinating spirit. This is a Genuine Magical Portrayal of the
Eastern European Jewish Experience by Ari Roussimoff.
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"RUSSIAN SHTETL FANTASY"
Oil on Canvas by Ari Roussimoff |
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